A beautiful and busy Rotary Day began with a group of Rotarians joining the family of recently passed Rotarian David Carr to dedicate a newly-planted tree in Pershing Park in David’s memory, and the presentation of the Wade Macomber Award...
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Joining Rotarians today were David Carr's wife, Jane Carr, son Mike, Mike’s wife Cheri, and their son Austin. Also attending was daughter-in-law Marilyn McGill. You will always be remembered, Dave, for being you and your contributions to the Rotary Club of Burlingame over your 53-year membership and presidency 1972-1973.
The family joined us for lunch; last-timer Barry Parker called the meeting to order.
PLEDGE AND INVOCATION
The pledge was led by Cheryl Fama
Paul Watermulder delivered the invocation.
At the greeting table were Duffy Offield, Sheryl Young and Stephanie Lichaa.
GUESTS AND VISITING ROTARIANS
Guest of Charles Voltz was Mary Hunt. Guest of Rosemary Rayburn was artist , Burlingame’s own Dale Perkins. The Carr family including Jane, Michael, Cheri, and Marilyn were our guests. Paul Nieberding introduced his wife Lynn. Burlingame Police Chief Eric Wollman, speaker for the day, and Steve Lowe of Daly City Police were introduced by Paul Watermulder.
No visiting Rotarians today.
ANNOUCEMENTS
Mark Johnson spoke of the award named after former Burlingame Rotary member Wade Macomber (1894-1983). Wade Macomber was a doctor who joined Rotary Club of Burlingame in 1929, just four years after the founding of Rotary in 1925. Dr. Macomber was a 50-year member and is remembered for his kindness and contributions to Rotary. Ogden White, President in 1984-1985, established the award “…that the kind of steady, loyal, selfless service epitomized by Wade Macomber will not go unheralded.”
Mrs. Jane Carr was invited to the podium to award this year’s Wade Macomber Award to Dr. Paul Nieberding who is also a 50-year member of Rotary. Dr. Nieberding practiced in the specialty of ear, nose, and throat medicine and gave selflessly of his time to travel to Ecuador twice to assist the underserved. Warm congratulations on a well-deserved award, Doctor Nieberding.
PRESIDENT BARRY TAKES HIS LEAVE
President Barry displayed our new club visit banner, and presented one to Jim Shypertt in recognition of his assistance with photography and any number of other areas of Rotary. Each of Barry’s Board Members was presented with a banner at Barry’s last Board Meeting as president on June 15.
President Barry recognized Jennifer Pence for her commitment to engagement in being the one who for 13 years collected auction items for our various fundraisers. Sadly, Barry announced that Jennifer has resigned the job of auction items collector. Thanks, Jennifer, for all you do.
Barry presented Marilyn Orr with her second Paul Harris Award. Various members were acknowledged for their recruiting efforts this year.
NEWSCAST
Cheryl Fama explored the world of high technology as it appears in Social Media in her newscast today. Good fun, Cheryl.
SPEAKER - POLICE CHIEF ERIC WOLLMAN
Paul Watermulder introduced speaker Burlingame Police Chief Eric Wollman. Chief Wollman began his career in Daly City and was accompanied by Steve Lowe of Daly CityPolice, who was Chief Wollman’s first supervisor. Chief Wollman declared the Burlingame Police Department to be in good shape. Recently, a challenge presented itself and we were fascinated to hear the planning ahead of the visit of Donald Trump and Mr. Trump’s entrance and exit using other than the reception area of the Hyatt Regency.
Chief Wollman learned of the visit of Donald Trump and Ted Cruz on television while he was relaxing at home. Plans were made for every eventuality. First notified and part of the team start to finish were City Manager Lisa Goldman and City Attorney Kathleen Kane. Neighboring police departments were asked to participate, the secret service was involved, the California Highway Patrol participated to control Bayshore Freeway as the Hyatt Regency abuts the freeway. The secret service kept its secrets and Donald Trump was noncommittal about his attendance at the last minute. Try to plan without exact timelines!
Chief Wollman tried to think where there might be weaknesses. Most importantly, he had to consider how Donald Trump would enter and exit the hotel. Thousands of attendees, supporters, protesters, and media were expected. The rights of every group would be respected. Still, moving Donald Trump in and out posed problems. If needed, Chief Wollman considered that it might be possible to move Mr. Trump in and out via a space in the chain link fence that separates the hotel from the freeway to the west. The bulk of activity would be in front of the hotel off Bayshore Highway.
When the day came, there were 86 Burlingame police on duty, 106 other officers, the secret police, the command post folks, tactical paramedics, SWAT teams, air surveillance. We saw it on the national news, Donald Trump arrived and exited through a hole in the fence. There was minimum conflict.
All good things must come to an end. As such, we gathered to wish a fond farewell to Barry Joseph Parker, Esq., our leader for the past twelve exhilarating, inspirational, productive months.
FAREWELL PRESIDENT BARRY
All good things must come to an end. As such, we gathered to wish a fond farewell to Barry Joseph Parker, Esq., our leader for the past twelve exhilarating, inspirational, productive months. Taking the podium for his first time as President was Stan Moore, known to us, but as yet untested. There will be many challenges ahead, sir.
Barry isn’t actually leaving anything. He will be back amongst us next week, and for many years to come. He’ll be his own good self, stirring things up as needed.
PLEDGE AND INVOCATION
Jerry Winges lead us in the pledge.
Pastor Paul Watermulder spoke the invocation.
GUESTS AND VISITING ROTARIANS
Barry introduced his lovely wife, Dawn. Charles Voltz introduced his partner Mary Hunt. Mary Murphy introduced her visitor from across the pond, Peter Brown. Peter is a good chap, was here for Mary’s debunking last year. Also a guest of Mary was her other half, John Murphy. Walt Ramseur introduced his son Steve.
No visiting Rotarians today.
RECOGNITION
President “Let’s get it on” Stan Moore fined Mary Murphy $10.00 per year for having celebrated five years with Coldwell Banker Burlingame and 26 years as a Realtor. Queen Mary decided it would be easier to be the first person to join new President Stan Moore's President's Club...done!
THIS IS YOUR LIFE, BARRY PARKER
Marc Friedman gave us a photo tour of the happy life of Barry Parker from his origins in Buffalo, New York.
Barry was the runt of the litter among the four children in his family. The family moved to Walnut Creek California when Barry was in middle school. Barry played football in high school and was the best player on the “C” team. Hey, best is best!
After school, it was the Marine Corps where Barry roamed the desert keeping California safe for democracy. Off to U.C. through law school, now specializing in intellectual property law.
Barry and Dawn were married in 1995. Barry loves to sail; he and Dawn make their home in Half Moon Bay. Thanks for a great year, Barry!
OFF-BROADWAY-BURLINGAME PLAYERS
With the goings-on this year, this stuff writes itself. Actually, though, the writer was our own Dennis Zell. The Barry Parker player looked like Doug McGeorge with a carrot top. The ladies included Carol Tanzi, Marilyn Orr, and Joy Aud. At the table was the Little Rotarian John Delaney. Ricardo Ortiz made an appearance as a barrister in a sombrero, with a spot-on accent we must admit.
MORE PHOTOS FROM BARRY PARKER'S DEBUNKING
Barry and the first love of his life...his dogs.
Carol Tanzi, Marilyn Orr and Joy Aud.
Doug McGeorge played President Barry Parker
The Players - Fritz Brauner, Doug McGeorge, Marilyn Orr, President
Barry and his wife Dawn, Ricardo Ortiz, Carol Tanzi, Joy Aud, tJohn Delaney,incoming President, Stan Moore.
Jim La Mariana and Pete Wanger enjoying the show.
Doug McGeorge, Joy Aud, and Judge Ricardo Ortiz members of the Off-Broadway-Burlingame Players.
Thanks to cast members, including Fritz Brauner, and
committee members Bob Doerr, Jim Shypertt, Lage Andersen Stan Moore, and Mike Heffernan. Barry is enjoying the silly putty shower!
The gavel passes from President Barry to our new President Stan Moore.
Today's speaker was Anne LeClair, President and CEO of the San Mateo County/Silicon Valley Convention and Visitors Bureau.There were signs this was going to be a fun meeting. An interesting group of guests began arriving, we had really good attendance, and President Stan was his usual bubbly self.
PLEDGE, INVOCATION & GUESTS
Stephanie Lichaa, John Delaney and Mark Johnson manned the greeting table for today's meeting.
Former President and Debunking scribe Dennis Zell was invited to lead the pledge.
Jennifer Pence graced us with an invocation.
GUESTS & VISITING ROTARIANS
Doug McGeorge introduced guests including Mrs. Doug, Jan Petty, Mrs. Stan, Mary Moore, Doug’s son Matt, and Larry Lyons of Napa, known to many of us for his Peninsula community activities.
Introduced by Ted Kruttschnitt was our speaker, Ms. Anne LeClair, President and CEO of the San Mateo County/Silicon Valley Convention and Visitors Bureau.Sean Williams introduced his colleague Ashley Keightley, CPM, Asset Manager of G. W. Williams Co.
No visiting Rotarians. Something we said? Grab a passport and come on up!
ANNOUNCEMENTS
While President Stan has the catchy, but unoriginal, motto “Make Rotary Great Again,” Fritz Brauner has been pronounced the “Fun Master.” Fritz acknowledged the well-deserved smattering of applause this announcement elicited. His accomplices will be Sean Williams, Joy Aud, and Emily Matthews. Should you have suggestions for this quartet of merrymakers, please email Emily Matthews: emily@nolamarketing.com.
Fritz promises to “Make Rotary Fun Again.” It was remarked that a meeting that starts with a salad is not fun! Be afraid, very afraid.
Mark Johnson recognized John Delaney for his 7/11 Birthday. Bows were taken. Happy Birthday, and how about joining President Stan’s President’s Club? Mr. Delaney handed a check over immediately like the nice banker he is. John is one year past a half century.
Turns out Julius Aires celebrated his birthday just last week. Julius admitted to three score plus 16. As an afterthought, Jim Shypertt was wished a Happy Birthday as well. Seriously, which one of those three can we not do without!!!
Mark Johnson once again acknowledged his debunking production team which included all but four people in the club it seems.
INTRODUCTION OF SPEAKER
Ted introduced speaker Anne LeClair, President and CEO of the San Mateo County/Silicon Valley Convention and Visitors Bureau. Anne Is one of the first three members of San Mateo Rotary. According to Ted, Anne has a fetish for cross-dressing, and is the definition of a Type A personality. Pete Wanger, a reformed, former member of the San Mateo Club was asked to verify Ted’s comments. No dummy, Pete abstained. It is reported Anne’s husband, Jim, sleeps with one eye open. The reason was not shared, but probably a wise cautionary move when you live with a whirlwind. Ted says Anne’s reputation is one of character, integrity, and reputation. Wow! Why doesn’t she run for political office? Again…she has character, integrity, and reputation. Not a good fit.
TODAY'S SPEAKER - ANNE LE CLAIR
Anne and President Stan have known each other for years, Stan having managed the Marriott Burlingame for years. There is apparently truth to the rumor that Stan Moore voted against Anne being placed in her position. All is in the past.
Anne shared that Stan has nutrition issues, and he is banned from eating Cheetos at home. Ergo, his Cheetos habit is indulged in his office. If you see a bright orange trail…Stan was complimented on how he maneuvered through his bumpy start at Marriott dealing with 9/11, then SARS, then a recession. Good training for his Rotary presidency.
Burlingame City Manager Lisa Goldman was acknowledged for the excellent condition of our City. A great help comes from Transit Occupancy Tax (TOT), which in 2016-2017 is expected to total $25.2 million. By comparison, the TOT in 2008-2009 was $10.2 million.
There is average revenue of $351.00 per day per guest, a nice portion of which is spent in downtown Burlingame. Burlingame participates by subsidizing the Burlingame Trolley in an amount of $50,000 annually. Some 30,000 people visit Burlingame annually, for its proximity to San Francisco International Airport, proximity to The City, and its scenic beauty. The number one reason for return is our scenic beauty. Our Bayfront is a huge draw. It is so important that ye olde Hilton has incorporated the Bayfront in its name: Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront.
Anne acknowledged Burlingame City Manager Lisa Goldman’s team as “super helpful.” The revenue from the Film Commission is considerable. They pay $100,000/day to film whatever locations they need for films and commercials. Hotels hope for gorgeous weather, ideal for filming, then pray for rain to follow immediately so the crews will relax and “order in” to maximize revenue.
Always the salesperson, Anne reminded that she would be happy to hear of any convention business of which we might be aware. The Visitors and Convention Bureau will take it from there. Anne thanked Charles Voltz for referring her to the Pen Convention. They had an excellent experience, so will be repeating. Pen Convention? Yes, pens are a big collector’s item.
Interestingly, the mid-Peninsula suffers from a lack of entertainment activities and venues. Anne mentioned a venue called “Top Golf” which is located in several areas of the United States. This is a high-tech golfing range with all the restaurants, bars, fun things to keep visitors there. Rain or shine, it’s a party. They have ways of cooling or heating the area as necessary.
Entertainment is figuring heavily in the redevelopment of Hillsdale Shopping Center to draw online shoppers into the stores. Thanks, Anne, for being a fabulous ambassador for San Mateo County and Silicon Valley.
It’s been an unhappy weekend, so it was grounding to see Rotary members and to welcome pre-eminent land use planner Prakash Pinto....
PLEDGE AND INVOCATION
Duffy Offield welcomed us at the greeting table and short-timer President Barry called the meeting to order at the appointed time. The Pledge was led by presumptive President Elect Mike Horwitz who will be our leader as of July 2017.
The Invocation was spoken by Rosalie McCloud. It was pretty basic since it came out of Google “Secular Invocations.” Must admit, wasn’t much in the mood for towering themes as I prepared.
No guests or visiting Rotarians. It was nice to see Doug McGeorge who has been off gallivanting.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Next Monday, June 20, we will meet at Pershing Park at 11:30 A.M. to view the tree planted in memory of David Carr, a beloved and long time member of Burlingame Rotary. We will meet for our usual lunch immediately after at ye olde Hilton. Pershing Park is west from El Camino on Newlands to Crescent. Newlands is between Howard and Cypress/Bayswater.
On Monday the 27th, we celebrate the debunking of President Barry. This is a cerebral and sophisticated ceremony lamenting the passing into history of our beloved leader. Wailing is encouraged. Immediately, our new leader Stan Moore will be anointed and move to Make Rotary Great Again!
Wednesday June 15, the Board Meeting will be held in the Tournament Room, Poplar Creek from 4:30 to 7:00.
SPEAKER INTRODUCTION
Our very own Cheryl Fama is CEO of the Peninsula Health Care District which oversees lands and development for the benefit of the District. The district has funded a broad range of health care needs by investing in several important initiatives:
The Trousdale, coming to Burlingame in 2018. The Trousdale is an assisted living and memory care facility owned by PHCD and operated by Eskaton.
Apple Tree Dental – an innovative dental care model that removes barriers to access for the elderly and special needs adults
Healthy Schools Initiative – A three-year program serving the health and wellness needs of 20,000 K-8 grade school children.
Peninsula Wellness Community – eight acres of PHCD-owned land being developed
Annual Community Grants Program – PHCD has invested more than $30 million since the Community Grants Program began in 1996.
SPEAKER
Cheryl introduced Prakash Pinto who is designing and bringing to reality the Peninsula Wellness Community described above. Prakash Pinto is the pre-eminent land use planner in the world. Recently he has spent many years working at Mission Bay. He enjoys high enthusiasm for good, public benefit projects. The goal is that every resident can achieve optimum health. The western facing portion of the development will be devoted to 200-300 housing units. Community Gatepath will operate a pre-school which will be integrated into the community. Therapeutic gardens are planned, and there will also be a meditation garden. Prakash says good quality design is not just for the rich
The cost to develop is $300 - $500 million with a completion date sometime in the next five to 15 years. Prakash started working at Mission Bay when he was 24 years old, and says he is now 51.
BRING IT HOME WARRIORS!
Next meeting will be at 12:15pm June 2oth, 2016 at Hilton SFO Address: 600 Airport Blvd, Burlingame, CA 94010
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Barry introduced his lovely wife, Dawn. Charles Voltz introduced his partner Mary Hunt. Mary Murphy introduced her visitor from across the pond, Peter Brown. Peter is a good chap, was here for Mary’s debunking last year. Also a guest of Mary was her other half, John Murphy. Walt Ramseur introduced his son Steve.
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Ted introduced speaker Anne LeClair, President and CEO of the San Mateo County/Silicon Valley Convention and Visitors Bureau. Anne Is one of the first three members of San Mateo Rotary. According to Ted, Anne has a fetish for cross-dressing, and is the definition of a Type A personality. Pete Wanger, a reformed, former member of the San Mateo Club was asked to verify Ted’s comments. No dummy, Pete abstained. It is reported Anne’s husband, Jim, sleeps with one eye open. The reason was not shared, but probably a wise cautionary move when you live with a whirlwind. Ted says Anne’s reputation is one of character, integrity, and reputation. Wow! Why doesn’t she run for political office? Again…she has character, integrity, and reputation. Not a good fit.
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